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Strategic Finance Manager - HRA
CR/005309_1767712725
Posted: 06/01/2026
- £600 - £700 per day
- Hounslow, London
- Contract/Interim
- Finance & Accountancy, Financial Services
Location: London
Salary: £600 to £750 per day
Contract: 6 months
Are you an experienced finance professional looking for your next leadership challenge? Our client, a forward-thinking local authority, is seeking a Senior Finance Manager within their Housing Directorate to play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and delivering high-quality services that make a real impact in the community.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team of finance professionals and drive best practice across the organisation. You'll be responsible for delivering a professional, responsive finance service, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and supporting the council's strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, monitoring, and year-end processes.
- Develop and implement the Medium-Term Financial Strategy, influencing key decisions.
- Provide strategic financial advice to senior stakeholders, Members, and partners.
- Drive innovation in financial systems and reporting tools.
- Mentor and inspire future finance leaders within your team.
- Play a key role in transformational projects and corporate initiatives.
About You
- Proven experience in local government finance, particularly in HRA revenue and capital and ideally also general fund housing.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Expertise in financial strategy, planning, and compliance.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Ability to influence at senior levels and deliver results under pressure.
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Rebecca Dawson
Principal Consultant